Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pillansii
ID:
28164

Status:
valid

Authors:
Levyns

Source:
gcc

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 8: 262 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000027493



Common Names

  • Senecio pillansii
  • Pillans' Ragwort
  • Pillans' Groundsel


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Description

Senecio pillansii (also called Pillans' Ragwort, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has small, grey-green, oval-shaped leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers that bloom in the summer. It is found in dry, open woodland and scrubland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Senecio pillansii is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves being used to treat various ailments. Its roots can be used as a tea to treat digestive issues.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Senecio pillansii has small yellow flowers with a diameter of 2-3 mm. The seeds are small, brown and oval in shape. The seedlings have a short stem with small, oval cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Senecio pillansii is a perennial plant that is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Senecio pillansii

Senecio pillansii is native to South Africa and can be found in the Cape Floristic Region.

Senecio pillansii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Senecio pillansii?

Senecio pillansii

What is the common name of Senecio pillansii?

Pillans' Ragwort

What is the habitat of Senecio pillansii?

It is found in dry grasslands, roadsides, and disturbed areas

Species in the Senecio genus

Senecio niveoaureus, Senecio humifusus, Senecio barbarae, Senecio longicollaris, Senecio laricifolius, Senecio queenslandicus, Senecio fremontii, Senecio paucijugus, Senecio abruptus, Senecio productus, Senecio katangensis, Senecio pseudoformosus, Senecio formosissimus, Senecio rauranus, Senecio megaphylla, Senecio subdentatus, Senecio ruwenzoriensis, Senecio expansus, Senecio dolichocephalus, Senecio littoreus, Senecio diodon, Senecio usgorensis, Senecio glanduloso-lanosus, Senecio goldmanii, Senecio cedrorum, Senecio caloneotes, Senecio hansweberi, Senecio altoandinus, Senecio subauritus, Senecio gardneri, Senecio verbascifolius, Senecio tarokoensis, Senecio latiflorus, Senecio dilungensis, Senecio tenuicaulis, Senecio aridus, Senecio surinamensis, Senecio kotschyanus, Senecio pirottae, Senecio propinquus, Senecio murinus, Senecio maeviae, Senecio decipiens, Senecio papillosus, Senecio otuscensis, Senecio hewrensis, Senecio candidans, Senecio sheldonensis, Senecio telmateius, Senecio digitalifolius,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

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